Ridgewood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ridgewood Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 4.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 890 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 898 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02713 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
David L. Poling
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ridgewood Lake Dam?
Ridgewood Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ridgewood Lake Dam?
Ridgewood Lake Dam is owned by David L. Poling (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ridgewood Lake Dam built?
Ridgewood Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Ridgewood Lake Dam?
Ridgewood Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ridgewood Lake Dam?
Ridgewood Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Ridgewood Lake Dam last inspected?
Ridgewood Lake Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.